Health Tip: Have a Fun and Safe Vacation

Nothing can ruin a summer vacation faster than an unexpected trip to the hospital.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration offers these suggestions for a healthier vacation:

Avoid tanning or spending too much time in the sun.
Check your medications before you leave to make sure you have enough.
Never pack medication in checked luggage.
If you wear contacts, always use clean hands when putting them in. Travel with a spare pair, just in case.
Avoid tattoo parlors, particularly while in other countries that probably have different safety standards.
Drink enough clean water and eat healthy foods.

Source: HealthDay